Survivor Cars

Not all barn finds are rusty! Here are the very best unrestored classics:

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“Super” Slant Six: 1979 Plymouth Volare Duster

The original Duster was Plymouth’s fastback version of the Valiant compact. From 1970 to 1976, Plymouth sold more than 1.3 million of the popular cars, so it’s not surprising the Duster name would pop back up later as a… more»

Golden Eagle Project: 1979 Jeep Cherokee

For 1979, Jeep offered its Cherokee in three models, a four-door, a two-door, and a “wide-wheel” two-door. They also came in three different appearance packages: the Cherokee S, or Sport package, the Cherokee Chief, and the Cherokee Golden Eagle…. more»

Original 350: 1971 Chevrolet K5 Blazer 4×4

If you had declared in 1971 that SUVs would eventually dominate the new car market, most people would have given you a sideways glance and backed away slowly! Vehicles like this 1971 Chevrolet K5 Blazer were being comfortably outsold… more»

Stock And Original: 1966 Dodge Coronet 500

The first thing that I thought of when I glimpsed this 1966 Dodge Coronet 500 was a grade school friend’s father, he had a Dodge just like this – it was even the same color. What I thought was… more»

Wankel Rotary Engine: 1983 Mazda RX-7

The Mazda RX-7 was a popular Japanese sports car that was in production for 25 years. Like most other cars of its type, the RX-7 had rear-wheel drive with a front-mounted powerplant. But the machine was differentiated by its… more»

Poncho Power! 1979 Pontiac Trans Am

I have to apologize upfront for the images used in this post – they’re not great and I did the best with them that I could. This is a fabulous car and needs better pictorial representation – additional images… more»

10k-Miles Time Capsule: 1987 Chrysler LeBaron Convertible

Back in 1987, a black Chrysler LeBaron Convertible (dramatically photographed on a black background with subtle lighting and foggy mist) was used in several ads to show off the new, sleek, aerodynamic styling of Chrysler’s luxury flagship model. And… more»

48k Mile Survivor: 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu

Throughout its run from 1964 to 1977, the Malibu Sport Coupe was the most popular of the Chevelle offerings. From 1978 forward, the Chevelle name was dropped, and Malibu carried the torch going forward. This nice 1972 edition looks… more»

Two-Stroke Tiddler: 1970 Yamaha 80 G6S

Even in a big country like the United States, bigger isn’t always better when it comes to motorcycles. A tiny tiddler like this two-stroke 1970 Yamaha 80 G6S isn’t made for cross-country travel, but I’d guess that a few… more»

Quick Flip? 1977 GMC Jimmy Coachman R/V

I imagine it’s an exciting moment when you buy your first motorhome and begin assembling plans dfor summer season on the open road. The world beckons and there’s seemingly endless adventure at your finger tips. But there’s also likely… more»

No Reserve: 1985 Chevrolet Camaro Z28 With 15k Original Miles

Changed plans often cause enthusiasts to part with a classic they had intended to retain long-term. Such is the case with this 1985 Chevrolet Camaro Z28. The seller purchased the car from the original owner’s estate last year, but… more»

Two-Owner Survivor: 1982 Cadillac Coupe DeVille d’Elegance

Some enthusiasts crave nothing less than a classic that offers luxury and isolation from the outside world. The concept of high performance plays second fiddle to exceptional comfort and a wide selection of options designed to make every journey… more»

1987 Buick GNX With 3,977 Original Miles

Certain classic cars will ignite debate as some readers question why they enjoy enormous popularity. Experience demonstrates that the 1987 Buick GNX is one such car, with the discussion often raging about why they command six-figure values. There is… more»

49k Original Miles! 1960 Chevrolet Impala

Survivor-grade classics with low odometer readings always attract attention when they hit the market, and this 1960 Chevrolet Impala is no exception. If it is all the seller claims, it is an extraordinary find that would suit a meticulous… more»

Car Of The Year! 1977 Chevrolet Caprice Coupe

Motor Trends‘ Car of the Year! That’s right, Chevrolet’s downsized B-body, a radical departure from its previous version, won MT’s coveted award for ’77. Other GM B-bodies followed suit but Chevy got the award, I guess, because it was… more»

No Reserve: 1976 Ford F-250 Explorer

When the words “No Reserve” appear in any classic auction, the vehicle in question will attract attention. That makes the subdued bidding action on this 1976 Ford F-250 Explorer surprising. The seller opened the auction at a modest sum… more»

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